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Roman Polanski was granted $4.5 million bail Wednesday, clearing the way for the fugitive director to move within days from a Swiss jail to house arrest and electronic monitoring at his Alpine resort chalet. (Nov. 25)

(November 19, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Norway Low level laser therapy can worsen skin cancer, and thus should not be used over melanomas. Researchers injected mice with melanoma cancer cells and applied cold laser therapy. They found that the laser therapy aggravated the skin cancer and increased the growth of the melanoma tumor. This research was published in the journal BMC Cancer. From California - Pregnant women with MS are no more likely to develop complications than other women, according to a report published in the journal Neurology. Researchers analyzed information on over 18 million births, 10, 000 of which were delivered by women with MS. They found that, while women with MS were more likely to have slower growing fetuses and give birth via caesarian section, they were no more likely than other women to suffer pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia.. And finally, from Hungary According a report published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, sleep apnea in kidney transplant patients increases their risk of stroke or heart disease. In a study of over 100 kidney transplant patients, researchers found that 25% suffered from sleep apnea and had twice the risk of developing heart disease or stroke than transplant patients without apnea.

(November 17, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to a report published in the Archives of Surgery, trauma patients without health insurance are at significantly increased risk of mortality. Researchers studied nearly 700,000 trauma cases, adjusting for factors such as comorbidities and the severity of the injury incurred. They found that trauma patients without insurance were at 89% increased risk of death. From Washington - The US Preventive Services Task Force is recommending that women do not need to undergo routine mammogram screening for breast cancer until the age of 50. This screening is to take place only every two years. Researchers found that: younger women are more likely to have false-positive diagnoses; over-diagnosis occurs 1 to 10% of the time because of screening; and breast self-examination does not appear to decrease risk of mortality. This research is published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. And finally, from Orlando - According to research presented at the annual meeting of the American Heart Association, phone calls from a nurse may help patients who are suffering depression after undergoing CABG. Researchers studied over 300 post-op CABG patients who were suffering from depression, randomizing some to traditional anti-depressive therapy and others to an intervention program in which a nurse called patients and talked to them about depression. Patients who received these phone calls saw their depression symptom scores improve more than those who received traditional therapy.

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(November 12, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Pittsburgh - High hemoglobin levels may be a predictor of diabetic retinopathy later in life, according to a report published in the Archives of Ophthalmology. Researchers followed 426 diabetic patients for 18 years. For ever 1 g/dl increase in hemoglobin levels, men were at 29% increased risk of diabetic retinopathy, while women saw their risk increase by 10%. From Mexico - While young people are more likely to get the H1N1 flu, older people are more likely to die from it, according to a report published in The Lancet. Researchers found several interesting statistics on over 63, 000 cases of flu-like illnesses studied: 10.3% of those aged 70 and older who were infected died, while only 0.9% of those aged 20-29 died; 6% of pregnant women with H1N1 died; nearly 1% of all H1N1 cases died; the risk of catching H1N1 fell by 35% for those vaccinated for the seasonal flu; chronic underlying illnesses raised risk 6 fold; and finally, people who did not go to the hospital within four days of developing H1N1 symptoms had a 20% increased risk of death for each day they put off going to the hospital. And finally, from St. Louis - According to a report published in the journal Science Translational Medicine, a Westernized diet may lead to obesity through microbes found in the gut. Researchers implanted human intestinal microbes into mice and changed the rodents food from a plant based, low fat diet to a diet high in both fats and sugars. Results showed that microbes linked with obesity were immediately found in the mice intestines after the change in diet, with the mice eventually becoming obese.

(November 4, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston According to a report published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention, low blood cholesterol levels may reduce risk of prostate cancer. Researchers studied over 5500 men aged 55 and older. For men with cholesterol levels under 200, results showed a 59% reduced risk of developing high grade prostate tumors. From Pittsburgh Lite, low tar, or mild cigarettes actually make it harder for smokers to quit, according to research published in the journal Tobacco Control. Researchers surveyed over 30, 000 smokers, 12,000 of whom smoked a light brand of cigarettes. Results showed that people who smoked lite cigarettes were 46% less likely to give up smoking. And finally, from Houston - According to a report published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, even small HER2 positive breast tumors are more likely to recur within 5 years. Examining nearly 1000 women diagnosed with breast cancer in a twelve year period, researchers found that women with HER-2 positive tumors were at a five times increased risk of metastases if the cancer returned.

A military investigation into Brazil's deadliest air disaster reached no conclusion on blame, but officials said Saturday that pilot error rather than mechanical failure was the more likely cause. (Oct. 31)

(October 29, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From the UK - According to a report published in the Lancet Oncology, using both chemotherapy and radiotherapy for advanced head and neck cancer patients significantly improves their chances of survival. Researchers followed the outcomes nearly 1000 patients who had advanced head and neck cancer. They found that those who underwent both chemotherapy and radiotherapy saw their survival increase by 1.2 years over those who underwent radiotherapy alone From Pittsburgh - Women who suffer from anxiety during their pregnancy are more likely to have small babies, according to a report published in Paediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology. Researchers studied a group of pregnant women, adjusting for factors such as race, drug use, and alcohol use. They found that women who suffered from chronic and severe anxiety were more likely to have a small baby, particularly when the anxiety took place in the third trimester. And finally, from St. Louis - According to a report published in The Lancet, lifestyle changes dramatically reduce ones risk of type 2 diabetes. Researchers examined results from the Diabetes Prevention Program Outcomes Study, a ten year follow up of over 3200 overweight patients who participated in the Diabetes Prevention Program. They found that intensive lifestyle changes--such as exercise and reduced caloric intake--resulted in a 34% reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

(October 27, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From California According to a report published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, middle aged women are more commonly suffering heart attacks now than in the last 20 years. Researchers examined data on over 8,000 adults who participated in both National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys. They found that rates of myocardial infarctions among women 35-54 increased from .7% in 1988 to 1% in 2004. From Atlanta While heart attack rates are increasing for middle aged women, mortality rates from these heart attacks are decreasing, according to another study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. Using data from the National Registry of Myocardial Infarction, researchers analyzed the amount of inhospital deaths that occured following an MI among over 900 000 patients. They found that, for middle aged women, deaths from heart attacks decreased over 50%. And finally, from Denmark - According to a report published in the journal Circulation, obesity increases risk of venous thromboembolism, especially when ones excess weight is around the waist and hips. Researchers analyzed data from the Danish Diet, Cancer, and Health study, examining the results of over 57,000 adult men and women. For every 5 cm increase in waist circumference, there was an 18% increased risk for men for both deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism and a 21% increased risk for women.

(October 19, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Denver - According to a report presented at the American Dietetic Association meeting, children 1 to 2 years old are at increased risk of having an unhealthy diet. Researchers studied over 3300 children with the Feeding Infants and Toddler Survey. Though these children have seen their diets improve over the past six years, results showed that they still consume too much saturated fat and not enough fruits or vegetables. From Atlanta - Small turtles still being sold in pet stores across the US are again being linked with a salmonella outbreak, according to a report published in the journal Pediatrics. Researchers noted that, during a 2007 salmonella outbreak, 107 infections involved the same salmonella strain. In fact, of the 78 patients interviewed, 60% reported coming in contact with a turtle shortly before their illness. Researchers maintain that children who handle turtles are at a 41 times increased risk of salmonella. And finally, from Philadelphia - According to a report presented at the American College of Rheumatology meeting, overweight people who lose moderate amount of weight are at a reduced risk of osteoarthritis of the knee. Researchers studied over 1,400 men and women 45 and older for up to six years. People who gained weight or maintained their weight were more likely to develop knee OA than people who lost even 5% of their weight

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(October 6, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Houston According to a report published in the Archives of General Psychiatry, scientists have developed a vaccine successful against cocaine addiction. Researchers studied volunteer cocaine users for 12 weeks, administering either five shots of the vaccine or placebo. The vaccine, which works by creating antibodies that attach to the drug thus preventing it from providing a chemical high, was effective in 38% of users. The effect, however, wore off after a period of time and many volunteers returned to use. From Taiwan Adolescents with ADHD or hostility problems are more likely to have an internet addiction, according to a report published in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine. Researchers studied over 2,000 children in the seventh grade for two years, asking questions gauging the youth s internet use, ADHD, and emotional state. They found that those with ADHD were at 72% increased risk of having an internet addiction, while hostile youths had a 67% increased risk. And finally, from Washington Women who survive childhood cancer are at no major increased risk of complications during and after pregnancy, according to a report published in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine. Researchers studied cancer registries and birth records, analyzing data on over 1800 children born to mothers who had cancer before age 20. They found that these women had no significant increased risk for: complications during pregnancy, birth defects in newborns, or death in infancy. They were more likely, however, to have preterm and underweight babies.

(September 30, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - Women who do not gain excessive weight between age 18 and 50 are more likely to be healthy in old age, according to a report published in the British Medical Journal. Researchers studied over 17, 000 women participating in the 30 year, ongoing, Nurses Health Study. They found that women who were obese at middle age were 79% more likely to be unhealthy later in life. From Australia - Marijuana use can put one at risk for psychosis, according to a report published in the journal PLoS Medicine. Researchers reviewed several studies connecting marijuana to psychotic disorders. While the link was tenuous, results showed that marijuana users had an increased risk of psychotic illnesses such as schizophrenia. As a result, researchers added the drug to the Global Burden of Disease Project along with other controllable risk factors such as smoking, hypertension, obesity and alcohol use. And finally, from the UK - According to a report published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, children with working mothers may be less healthy than children whose mothers stay at home. Researchers studied over 12, 000 schoolchildren and their families, adjusting for factors such as income, age, and ethnic differences. Results showed that children with working mothers were likely to eat and drink more sweets and also watched more TV than children with stay-at-home moms.

From Kansas City - African American patients who suffer a cardiac arrest while being hospitalized are more likely to die than Caucasians, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Researchers used information from the National Registry of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, analyzing survival disparities between Caucasian and African Americans who suffered an in-hosital cardiac arrest. African Americans had a 25% survival rate compared to 37% for Caucasians. From Colorado - According to research published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, dirty shower heads can put your health at risk. American researchers went to 50 houses in nine different cities, inspecting shower-heads specifically. They found significant levels of Mycobacterium Avium--a type of bacteria that, when swallowed or inhaled, is capable of causing lung infections. And finally, from San Francisco - The H1N1 influenza is more contagious than previously thought, according a report presented at the Interscience Conference on Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. Researchers studied nearly 50 people with H1N1 and the members of their homes. They found that after eight days, 45-75% still tested positively on flu tests, and 19% were still shedding germs capable of infecting others. As a result, scientists recommend that H1N1 patients be isolated for 7-10 days.

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